2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Bristol | BMW |
Model | Blenheim | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |